Player Type: DEFENDERS

Hariss

Nationality: Singaporean 

DOB/Age: 19 November 1990 (36)

Previous Clubs: Young Lions (2007-2011), LionsXII (2012-2013), Johor Darul Ta’zim (2014-2021), Home United (2017 – loan)

As one of Singapore’s most successful footballers of all time, Hariss is a household name who was brought in to be the engine of the Sailors squad. The all-conquering midfielder joined the Sailors in 2021 after a successful eight-year spell at Malaysia Super League (MSL) side Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT), where he led them to six league titles, as well as to a historic AFC Cup victory in 2015.

A natural leader who can play in the middle of the park as well as in central defence, the Lions skipper is tasked with guiding the exciting young talents at the club, as he looks to usher in a new era of success for the Sailors.

Nur Adam

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 13 April 2001 (25)

Previous Clubs: Young Lions (2019-2020, 2024-25)

A modern full-back who is as capable of supporting the attack as he is at defending, Nur Adam is among one of Singapore’s most exciting youth prospects. While the 2018 Dollah Kassim award winner’s talent has never been in doubt, it is Nur Adam’s excellent mental strength and will to succeed that sets him apart from his peers.

After showcasing his potential by winning the SPL Young Player of the Year award in the Sailors’ first title-winning season in 2021, Nur Adam returned to feature for Young Lions in 2024/25 whilst being in National Service before returning to the club in the off-season.

Having recovered from an injury layoff, Nur Adam is determined to kick on and continue to develop his budding potential.

Lionel

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 5 June 1997 (29)

Previous Clubs: Home United (2016), Hougang United (2017, 2020-2022), Young Lions (2019)

Having established himself as one of Singapore’s finest young defenders across two separate spells at Hougang United, Lionel has taken his game to a whole next level since joining the Sailors in 2023 and is now emerging to be a key player for the Singapore national team.

The 1.84m defender is a key cog in the Sailors’ backline with his robust and no-nonsense style of defending. Having already made more than 80 appearances for the team in the past two seasons, Lionel’s experience and tip-top physical condition will stand him in good stead for yet another good campaign with the club.